At the present day there are over one hundred dwellings, five churches, three hotels and taverns, seven stores and an extensive brick yard. The steamboats Columbus, Mountaineer and Arrow make daily trips from this place to the city of New York. A number of sloops are also owned here, which run to various places on the river. Among others the Katrena van Tassel, Harvey P. Farrington, and the Farmer's Daughter, by Gilbert Requa. The principal

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hotels are the Franklin House kept by Mr. H. Wilson, (a favorite retreat for visitors during the summer season,) and the ancient tavern stand of Martin Smith, another well known resort of travellers. Near the water's edge, in the vicinity of the landing, is situated the residence of General William Paulding. This house was erected previous to the Revolution, by his father AYilliam Paulding, Esq. From its proximity to the water it was frequently the object of the enemy's fire ; the marks of their cannon balls are still visible on its walls.

Upon a commanding position, north of the village, is seated the Irving Institute ; a classical boarding school for young gentlemen. William P. Lyon, A. M., principal and proprietor. This institution was founded in the spring of 1S3S. The location is, perhaps, the most desirable that could be selected for the purposes of education in this vicinity, 'i'he 5iVe is half a mile from, the village landing, and about twenty-five miles distant from New York, with which there is daily communication. The edifice is a commodious brick building with wings, and a large rear building for the school. The grounds embrace several acres, affording abundant opportunity for healthy sports, and are quite retired from the village.